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Graham, NC Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$50/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $819/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $911/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1138/mo |
| Median Home Price | $175,600 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market in Graham is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years due to its proximity to larger employment centers.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| <p>State 4.75% + County 2.25% + City 0.5%</p> | |
North Carolina has a flat state income tax rate of 4.99% as of 2026.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit; mostly car-dependent but sidewalks are improving in downtown areas.
- Graham Regional Park
- Children's Museum of Alamance County
- Haw River Trail
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📰 Live Local News
Residents must obtain permits for home renovations. Short-term rentals require a city license.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Graham — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months see higher electric bills due to air conditioning use, while winter heating costs are moderate given the mild winters.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rate of 0.62 for Graham. No local surtaxes specific to Alamance County.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10: Sidewalks are present in downtown and newer areas but uneven in older neighborhoods. Good park access but limited elevator access in transit.
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